Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant
Full Time
Davis, CA 95616
Posted
Job description
MED: Surgery
The Department of Surgery encompasses a wide variety of surgical specialties. These include bariatric surgery, burn surgery, colorectal surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, transplant surgery, trauma, acute care and surgical critical care surgery, vascular surgery, and oncologic surgery. The Department’s extensive surgical expertise, in combination with ongoing teaching and research activities, provide ample resources and advanced surgical techniques for patient care.
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
April 13th, 2023
Salary Range
$70.62 - $93.14
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hour
6:00am – 6:00pm
Location
Main Hospital and Plastic Surgery C Street Clinic
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
HX
Benefits Eligible
Yes
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
The Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) assists the team in all aspects of patient care of general plastic reconstructive surgery as well as hand/upper extremity as needed. This position involves practice in every setting of care delivery including the emergency department setting, inpatient ward, perioperative arena, outpatient clinic and operating room. Surgical assistance in the operating room is expected on an occasional, as-needed basis. On-call duties may be required on an occasional, as-needed basis. This position will work approximately 50% in-patient and 50% out-patient.
Required Qualifications
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California Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
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Current AHA CPR/BLS Certifications
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National certification as a Physician Assistant
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Valid DEA license within three months of hire
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CITI Certification prior to any involvement in Clinical Research
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Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
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Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies
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Experience documenting medical records appropriately
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Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity
Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
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Ability to learn to assist in operations, performing tasks under direct supervision of the attending surgeon
Special Requirements
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Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
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Working knowledge of HIPPA regulations
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Knowledge of medical billing procedures and policies
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Must be able to work occasional overtime
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Ability to work flexible hours
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Able to lift 25 pounds, see well enough to read gauges and identify injuries
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This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment
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The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
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At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.
We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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